Using bath salts is beneficial for so many reasons. They can soothe sore muscles, reduce tension, clear the respiratory tract, promote better sleep, detoxify pollutants, cleanse the skin, and be a great tool in regular self-care. I’ve got one of my favourite herbal bath salts recipe for you that’s perfect for colds and cold weather!

It doesn’t need to be green or black tea. It doesn’t need to be tea at all. Meet Cold Brew Coffee Kombucha.I was skeptical about fermenting coffee because it’s already acidic and I wasn’t sure if creating more acids through fermentation would enhance the flavour. But curiosity won and I’m so glad it did because I LOVE how it turned out and if you like coffee, I think you’ll love it too.

Pretty lip balms make great holiday gifts and these are easy to make, completely natural (can you guess what herb is colouring them?) and give lips a subtle colour boost. Just in time for kissing Santa Claus!

A natural alternative to conventional cleaning wipes you can make right at home. This recipe uses a combination of vinegar, alcohol and essential oils to clean, remove odours and add a shine to surfaces. Ideal for wiping up spills, dust, dirt and any other messes life throws your way!

This Green Tea and Rose Facial Toner is perfect for summer months to provide a healthy glow to skin and to prevent damage from the sun and environmental pollutants. It’s so simple to make with only 4 ingredients, but it’s every bit as therapeutic as fancy store-bought versions. Your skin will LOVE it!

For the Love of Body

Kathrin Brunner is a holistic nutritionist and yoga teacher based in Toronto, Ontario. She offers nutritional and lifestyle consultations, and with her partner Andrew, delivers inspiring workshops on a range of topics from fermentation to DIY, non-toxic bodycare products. These products are available for sale in their online store.